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The Dawn of a New Era: Pharmacogenomic and Food Tolerance Testing Emerges from the Unlikely Alliance of Finance and Healthcare

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:10 GMT

In a world where the boundaries of industry are increasingly blurred, an unconventional player steps onto the healthcare stage. Amid the steel and glass towers of finance, a new story unfolds as the well-regarded Prince Financial Group ventures into uncharted territory: personalized medicine, navigated with help from Prince Laboratories.Guiding this unique odyssey is a prince of finance and fresh explorer in the healthcare cosmos – John Engler, co-founder of Prince Financial Group. But he is not alone. Faithfully standing by his side are two other co-founders, Bryan Lantry and Alec Dierna.Steering the ship, Engler, beside Prince Laboratories Owner and CEO, Thomas Lancie, delve into the intriguing realms of pharmacogenomic testing and food tolerance testing, aiming to weave a new narrative in the vast tapestry of healthcare. “Pharmacogenomic testing reads the encrypted messages in our genes, decrypting the unique ways our bodies react to different medications”, says Lancie.This...

Franchising — a Convenient Shortcut to Becoming Your Own Boss

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:10 GMT

Ever dreamt of being your own boss but don’t quite feel like reinventing the wheel? Welcome to the amazing world of franchising! Franchising is like a roller coaster ride through Business-Land where you get to start with a blueprint instead of a blank page. Franchises are flourishing like never before and, let’s be honest, who doesn’t want a piece of that pie? So, get your seatbelt on while we dwell into one of the most promising realms for franchising — HVAC sphere. We’ll uncover the secrets to the skyrocketing growth on the example of one of the fastest growing HVAC franchises — Fuse HVAC & Appliance Repair.Founded in 2017, Fuse Service Inc. (dba Fuse HVAC & Appliance Repair) provides HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, and plumbing services to Bay Area residents. From the very beginning FUSE was taking pride in delivering top-notch assistance to anyone looking to upgrade their home, ensuring that their clients were always comfortable and happy. With s...

The Power of Authenticity: How The Simonetta Lein Show Season 6 Connects With Audiences And Holds The #1 Ranking Of Celebrity TV Shows

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:10 GMT

The anticipation is building as entertainment enthusiasts eagerly await the launch of Season 6 of The Simonetta Lein Show. This groundbreaking talk show, hosted by the charismatic and empowering Simonetta Lein, has taken the entertainment and fashion worlds by storm and continues to captivate audiences with its unique blend of inspiration, and meaningful conversations. As we prepare for the unveiling of the new season, let’s take a closer look at what makes this show a true phenomenon.One of the remarkable aspects of The Simonetta Lein Show is its ability to connect with viewers on a deep and personal level. Through her authentic and relatable approach, Simonetta created a platform that resonates with people from all walks of life. Whether it’s showcasing diverse talent, celebrities, or her millionaire and billionaire circle of entrepreneurs, while delving into thought-provoking discussions, the show strives to inspire and empower audiences worldwide.With past guests on ...

UN nuclear chief backs Japan’s Fukushima water release plans

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:10 GMT

By Mari Yamaguchi | Associated PressFUTABA, Japan — The head of the U.N. atomic agency toured Japan’s tsunami-wrecked Fukushima nuclear power plant on Wednesday and said he is satisfied with still-contentious plans to release treated radioactive wastewater into the Pacific Ocean.International Atomic Energy Agency chief Rafael Mariano Grossi observed where the treated water will be sent through a pipeline to a coastal facility, where it will be highly diluted with seawater and receive a final test sampling. It will then be released 1 kilometer (1,000 yards) offshore through an undersea tunnel.“I was satisfied with what I saw,” Grossi said after his tour of equipment at the plant for the planned discharge, which Japan hopes to begin this summer. “I don’t see any pending issues.”The wastewater release still faces opposition in and outside Japan.Earlier Wednesday, Grossi met with local mayors and fishing association leaders and stressed that the IAEA ...

Obon Festival back in San Jose’s Japantown this weekend

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:10 GMT

The Obon festival in San Jose’s Japantown is always a cause for celebration, with two days of food, music and dance surrounding the San Jose Buddhist Church Betsuin in the historic district.But this year is even more special. First, it’s the 50th anniversary of San Jose Taiko, and its drummers will be performing both Saturday at 3:30 p.m. and Sunday at 4:30 p.m. (and there’ll be college taiko groups performing both days, too).Of course, if you’ve been to Obon before, you probably know that each evening closes out with the Bon Odori dance. But this year, there’s a new dance being added to Bon Odori called “Arigato” — Japanese for “thank you.” It was choreographed by Reiko Iwanaga and is being performed to honor her retirement as Head Bon Instructor after 25 years. She’s using it as a thank you to all the supporters of the festival and San Jose Taiko, but she deserves the thanks just as much for her dedication to keepin...

Concord: Driver killed in Highway 242 crash is identified

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:10 GMT

Authorities on Wednesday identified a man who died in a one-car crash on a Concord highway Sunday.The crash on southbound Highway 242 killed 38-year-old Felix Vasquez, of Concord, and also badly injured his passenger, according to authorities. Authorities did not have an update on that passenger’s condition Wednesday.The California Highway Patrol said a Nissan Sentra with two people inside was going south when it hit the guardrail on the Concord Avenue off-ramp about 1:55 a.m.The crash ejected the right front passenger and left that person with major injuries, the CHP said. The driver, later identified as Vasquez, died at the crash site.The CHP is still investigating and asked any witnesses to call them at 925-646-4980 or to email [email protected] ArticlesCrashes and Disasters | Two who died on Highway 4 crash in Pittsburg are identified Crashes and Disasters | Man doing maintenance work in Walnut Creek dies after vehicle hits him...

Dog poops on bed, leading to Oakland shooting

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:10 GMT

OAKLAND — Two women have been charged with shooting at two family members during an argument about a dog that defecated on their bed, court records show.The women, aged 36 and 35, were charged June 21 with negligent discharge of a firearm, a felony. The 35-year-old woman was also hit with a gun enhancement and an allegation that she has a prior conviction, which will add time to her sentence if she’s convicted.The charges stem from a dispute involving four family members in Oakland on April 19. A Bay Area man and his girlfriend went to visit the women at their home on 62nd Avenue, and brought their canine along for the ride. The visit was going just fine until dog feces were discovered in a bed, according to police.From there, a heated argument arose. The male victim would later tell authorities that he and his girlfriend were attempting to enter their car and drive away to de-escalate the situation when a bullet whizzed past his head, according to authorities.Police bel...

Woman injured in drive-by shooting in SF’s Visitacion Valley late Tuesday

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:10 GMT

(BCN) -- A 23-year-old woman was injured in a drive-by shooting in San Francisco's Visitacion Valley neighborhood late Tuesday night, police said. The shooting was reported in the 1900 block of Sunnydale Avenue, where the victim was sitting in a vehicle when shots were fired from a car passing by, according to San Francisco police.The woman was treated at a hospital for her injuries, which are not considered life-threatening. No arrest has been made in the case and no suspect details were immediately available.Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to call the Police Department's tip line at (415) 575-4444 or to send a tip by text message to TIP411 with "SFPD" at the start of the message.KRON On is streaming live news.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }Copyri...

3 SF pizza spots named top 50 best in US, according to new ranking

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:10 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- Do you have a favorite go-to pizza spot in San Francisco? If you do, chances are it might be one of the 50 best in the United States, according to a new ranking released in June.Three San Francisco pizza spots are listed in a 2023 ranking for the 50 best pizzerias in the country. The ranking was done by 50 Top Pizza, an Italy-based website that conducts pizzeria rankings across the globe. See the three SF pizzerias that made the list (below). Study: 2 Bay Area cities among most expensive in US for a slice of pizza 4. Tony's Pizza Napoletana Located at 1570 Stockton St.This pizzeria in North Beach is run by Tony Gemignani. He is also one of the brains behind Pizza Rock in Las Vegas, which ranked 18th on the list. Gemignani received 50 Top Pizza's Performance of the Year 2023 honor because it is "the only business with two pizzerias present in this year's guide."Tony’s Pizza Napoletana is open from noon to 10 p.m. on Monday through Thursday. It is open from ...

Why a complaint about your neighbor smoking marijuana is no longer a police matter in Maryland

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:29:10 GMT

Now that recreational marijuana use is legal in Maryland, Montgomery County Chief of Police Marcus Jones said complaints about people smoking marijuana in places such as apartment buildings or condos is “not a police matter.”Officials in the police department and with the office of State’s Attorney John McCarthy are having an ongoing conversation about Montgomery County’s approach to dealing with “the issue surrounding cannabis, the legalization of it, as well as what will we be doing in response to calls for service surrounding it,” Jones said.On July 1, recreational marijuana became legal in Maryland. It’s also legal in D.C. and Virginia.Even though the public can now legally purchase marijuana, Jones said members of the public can’t sell it.“They can gift it, but not sell it,” Jones said.Police, he said, haven’t focused on “strong enforcement efforts around that,” but it may eventually become something ...